#290 The Impact of COVID on Children

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families · Jun 16, 2021 · 17m · transcript

*Content warning - this episode includes mature themes*

Topics discussed in this episode:

Kids Helpline counsellors started seeing a need in teens during Covid19

99% increase in duty of care

In Victoria that percentage increased to 184%

Lockdown, loss of peers, additional pressure on families, job loss

The more lockdowns, the greater the risk of mental health problems

What parents can do to protect their children

Kids just want someone to listen to them

If you or anyone you know needs help, please don't hesitate to call Kids Helpline or Parentline

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